Mr. Melvin said he found out about his selection several weeks ago, as NBC News executives kept it under wraps until after the presidential election.
Ms. Kotb, who will remain as a contributor to the show, expressed her desire to spend more time with her young children, marking a significant change after two decades.
By selecting Mr. Melvin, network executives chose to go the steadiest route possible, reaffirming his longstanding presence at NBC and the Today show.
Mr. Melvin referred to his new role as an 'obit job,' emphasizing its prominence by how it will mark one's legacy.
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